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An opportunity has arisen for an effective and inspirational school leader to become our new Headteacher from September 2026 and to continue to drive the school's strategic leadership, focusing on providing an outstanding education for all our pupils.
Bayton Primary School is a vibrant half-form entry school with a capacity of 105 pupils and a small nursery for 3+ year olds.
Our most recent Ofsted Report (Oct 2024) stated that -
'Leaders have redesigned the curriculum to make it sufficiently ambitious for all pupils. Leaders set high expectations for pupils.
Leaders have been highly successful in striking a balance between making significant improvements while maintaining a reasonable staff workload balance. Everyone who responded to the staff survey was appreciative of this.
All said they enjoy working in the school. Parents and carers say that the school is much better now. All who responded to the survey said they would recommend the school to another parent.'
Our recent SIAMs (October 2025) stated that -
• School leaders and staff are deeply committed to serving their community. Consequently, the Christian vision is realised as seeds of goodness and aspiration grow and people flourish.
• Collective worship enables pupils to understand how the vision and values can be lived out. They learn to make wise choices based on biblical narratives and experience fulfilment.
• People thrive within a strong, nurturing culture of respect, acceptance and responsibility. This enables the Christian vision to be deeply apparent.
• Enthusiastic school leaders ensure that there is a carefully considered curriculum for religious education (RE). It enables pupils to progress in their core understanding of religious and non-religious worldviews.
• Devoted and innovative leaders are resolute about creating a curriculum that enables individuals to develop holistically. As a result, pupils are determined to be their very best.
The Governing Body are seeking to appoint an inspirational and charismatic individual whose vision and enthusiasm will build on the existing success of our school, take the school further, and seek new opportunities.
We seek an individual who…
Is passionate about learning and teaching, is an inspirational individual with a clear vision for high-quality education rooted in Christian values, and who will champion the well-being and development of every child, lead with integrity, and inspire staff and families alike.
Is committed to providing excellence in education to ensure that all pupils reach their full potential.
Can maintain and develop the Christian ethos of the school in relation to the Church and local community and ensure that these values remain at the heart of school life and decision-making.
Has the leadership skills and ability to lead the school in its next phase of development, and to manage school business well, and is confident, resilient and flexible, and able to manage competing priorities effectively.
Can demonstrate a sense of vision and skills necessary to see projects through to their conclusion and is able to work collaboratively with other school leaders, the whole staff and the governing body.
Is keen to embrace creativity and innovation in all aspects of the curriculum. Be willing to undertake a small teaching commitment.
The school offers….
An opportunity to lead a successful and thriving school in which the Headteacher can get to know each child well.
A dedicated, committed, hard-working and positive staff,
A supportive, experienced Governing Body
Enthusiastic and well-mannered pupils.
The Selection Process…
This appointment is subject to the current conditions of employment in the School Teachers' Pay and Conditions as they relate to headteachers. Pay Scale will be L10-15.
Start Date 01 September 2026
Applications
All applications must be made on the Worcestershire County Council application form. CVs will not be accepted.
Please email for an application pack or call Bayton Office.
Closing date for applications: 23rd February 2026, before 9am
Dates for interview: 11th and 12th March 2026
We would love to show you around our school at : Call the office or email the current headteacherfor a tour.
Thursday 5th February 9.00 - 11.00 am
Thursday 5th February 1.00 - 3.00pm
Friday 6th February 9.00 - 11.00am
Friday 6th February 1.00 - 3.00pm
Or by agreement for other times with the present Headteacher or a member of the Governing Body.
Safeguarding Statement
Bayton CofE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.